How To Explain Your Child’s Autism To Family (Without Losing Your Cool)

Real Talk With Rhi - Mummy Of Four

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Have you ever found yourself dreading family gatherings, knowing you’ll have to explain your child’s autism diagnosis yet again? Maybe you're already bracing for the same old comments like, ‘but they don't look autistic’ or ‘we never had this back in my day.’ If you feel that way, you’re not alone. The holidays can be a magical time, but for many parents of autistic children, they’re also packed with awkward conversations, unsolicited advice, and a lot of emotional labour.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. In today’s episode, I’m going to help you feel more prepared, more in control, and — most importantly — less stressed when these conversations come up. I’ll share practical scripts, tips for setting boundaries, and how to keep your cool with closed-minded relatives. By the end of this episode, you’ll have everything you need to walk into family gatherings with confidence.

Welcome to Real Talk With Rhi - for Mums that want to go from surviving to thriving in motherhood in a neurospicy world.

We'll be talking about;
- how to take back control when you feel lost & disorganised in Motherhood
- Autism, the signs, the diagnosis process & how to parent kids with ASD
- ADHD in women, how to know if you have it and how to cope if you do
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